I would definitely consider this as a glitch. By using this exploit you are intentionally causing the game to act in a way that it is not intended to.

At this point IOS and Android should have separate categories because IOS doesn’t have access to Beta Versions. Having them remain in the same category would be like having two separate devices, with two separate mechanics together. Unless we decide to ban Beta Versions it would be completely unfair to IOS players to be put together with Android Players.